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“Betwitch yourself with the magic of La Jagua” is the slogan for the XII Festival of Witches coming to the Colombian town of La Jagua in the south central department of Huila.
The celebration of witches takes place November 2-5, involving artistic exhibitions, “nights of enchantment,” traditional music, bonfires and recognition of the “funniest and ugliest witches” reported newspaper La Semana.
Renowned theater director Jorge Vargas created the festival in 2000. He wanted to create an event celebrating the town that has been traditionally known for its witches.
November 2 Events
- Parade
- Band concert
- Cultural plays, storytelling, poetry, and short film on La Jagua’s myths and legends
November 3 Events
- Craft fair
- Shopping
- Artesan and culinary stalls
- Painting and photography exhibition
- Cultural presentation
- Theater
- Folk dance
November 4 Events
- Cycle ride through La Jagua
- Dance, music, theater
- Float parade
- Theater workshop
- Rock concert
- Folk dance
November 5 Events:
- Day of reforestation
- Costume contest, parade and burning of the “witches”
- Folk dance
